Families have big role in encouraging regular school attendance

March 19, 2019

​Saskatoon Public Schools believes every student has potential. But in order to succeed in school and in life, students need to show up. Regular attendance is a strong predictor of student success. Being present fosters engagement, builds relationships and creates a sense of belonging — elements that fuel a learner's confidence and drive to finish.

Saskatoon Public Schools #BeHere to Succeed Here attendance campaign is designed to encourage students to show up for school every day, on time.

Parents and guardians can help their child succeed in school by building the habit of good attendance and demonstrating the importance of school. Community partners, such as United Way of Saskatoon & Area, are joining us in this campaign.

We believe every student belongs here and learning goes hand in hand with good attendance! Being present at school has a huge impact on a student's academic success starting in kindergarten and continuing through high school.

Starting in kindergarten, too many absences can cause children to fall behind in school. Even as children grow older and more independent, families play a key role in making sure students get to school safely every day and understand why attendance is so important for success in school and on the job.